The city of Portland participated in the 2014 Tennessee Municipal League annual conference, held June 21-24 in Chattanooga.

The Tennessee Municipal League is a voluntary, cooperative organization established by the cities and towns of the state to help with mutual assistance and improvement. The league’s primary function is to work with the Tennessee General Assembly on behalf of city governments, promoting helpful legislation.

This year’s conference celebrated the league’s 75th anniversary with a weekend of speakers, workshops, an exhibition of municipal products, and services and receptions with city leaders, all geared toward enrichment.

Portland leaders highlighted the city’s On the Move fitness initiative, launched a few years ago to encourage physical activity, better nutrition and a healthier lifestyle. As part of the initiative, city leaders launched the Strawberry Stroll walk and planted a community garden.

“We choose to share our small-town information on health and success stories of weight loss and health from our local citizens,” said Janice Ferrett, Portland’s network manager and health coordinator.

To learn more about Portland’s On The Move, call (615) 325-6776

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